1965 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Audi A8
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A8 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2001 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | A8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
